The Chemical Weapons Convention Act, 2000

The Chemical Weapons Convention Act, 2000 was enacted by the Parliament of India to implement the provisions of the Chemical Weapons Convention of 1993, which India ratified in 1996. The act prohibits the development, production, acquisition, stockpiling, transfer, and use of chemical weapons, and also regulates the activities of chemical industries to ensure compliance with the provisions of the convention. The act defines the term 'chemical weapon' and specifies the penalties for contravention of its provisions. The act also establishes a National Authority to implement the provisions of the convention and oversee the activities of chemical industries.